Category : Footwear

Getting personal

We, at present live in a pretty ordered world.  High streets blur into one, designer stores feature globally and even the vegetables we purchase from the deli conform to the same shape.

This consistency however is about to change!  Prepare yourselves for a fashion revelation and a fashion rebellion!

The individualist is about to emerge in the shape of a rebellion against the plague of sameness!

People are now looking beyond the ‘one size fits all’ experience and instead are opting for something that solely fits them!  This is great way to invest in a one-off piece as no one else will in fact own anything like it!

Buyers are now wishing to invest in something they can personalise, this could be as simple as the addition of an initial or gilt on a diary or notebook, such as the ones styled by the brand Smythson and Anya Hindmarch.

Louis Vuitton are allowing customers to choose the coloured stripe on their purses and the shoe connoisseurs at Giuseppe Zanotti are allowing customer’s to choose the exact placement of bling on their newly purchased skyscraper heels!

Le Labo at Liberty provide perfume made to order, which is an extremely special gift.  Isn’t annoying when you realise someone is wearing the exact same scent as you?  Well with the personalised perfumes from the above brand, this scenario will no longer be a worry!

Nike iD are another brand that allow you to add that little extra touch by enabling customers to design their own trainers!

However if you really wish to add something a little more to a purchase, why not invest in something completely bespoke?  Annina Vogel has released a series of charm necklaces and all the individual charms can be chosen by the buyer, whether this is a gift for someone else or a gift for someone special, this is certainly one way to stand out from the masses!  Check the charm necklaces out at Selfridges.

Hooked on classics!

The classic look will always be in as it is always going to be timeless! Timeless style is something that every lady desires to embrace as such a style will never in fact go out of fashion, meaning you will look like the bell of the ball at all times!

From 40′s fabulous to 70′s sass, darling detailing is back! And by the looks of it, such a style is here to stay! Past decade style is returning with a flourish and is a must-have look for the new season. Channel this look at weddings and occasions this year – some great mother of the bride outfits are available online at kaleidoscope.co.uk, and for the slightly younger generation try Very or boohoo for some modern takes on classic styling.

Think statement shoes, cute velvet clutch bags, on trend arm candy in the form of tailored watches and cutesy cuban kitten heels.

The cuban kitten heel is a must-have addition to any working girls wardrobe as it offers both style and comfort.

Stella McCartney have some great studded collections available that work both patent gold and black suede. The perfect addition to a stylish work outfit I think you will agree!

The 1960′s era was very glam and in your face with patent everything, which often appeared in white shades and brighter hues. The perfect look for a chic holiday with the ladies or for a Spring/ Summer wedding.

Fashionably favourable

This season is sporting a less feminine look in the shape of masculine style shoes, this is great news for our toes as the winkle pickets are no longer in!

No longer do stars and A-list models feel the need to squeeze their toes into a painfully high pair of heels, instead this seasons celebs seem to be favouring more of a tailored style.

This all-new style comes in the shape of tailored brogues, slip-on flats and velvet slippers! Yes you heard us right, the fashion world has lowered the tone and flats are back!

If you wish to wear them to the office opt for a tailored pair of chinos and fold them up once or twice in order to reveal your all new masculine shoes.

From brogues to brothel creepers, it’s certainly a mans dress code this season and if you wish to get ahead in the fashion stakes, we suggest you follow suit!

Chanel is a great designer to look to if you wish to covert this trend and has this season teamed manish brogues and boyish boots with the infamous Chanel suit.

This is a great look for next season and is only set to continue to grow!

Summer fun!

Summer is possibly one of the best months for fashion, not only are the catwalks alive with an assortment of new season attire, the sun actually allows us to slip into those cutesy little denim cut off shorts, a tiddly camisole, thick strappy flat sandals and yes, a trilby.  This season’s must-have essential, not only will you look stylishly cool, you will be keeping yourself fashionably safe at the same time by keeping those rays of your head.

Maxi dresses are another must-have and look just as chic as cut-offs and are another thing to team those stylish chunky sandals with!  Finish the look with a pair of aviators and you are set for the sun!

Both the above outfits are equally as practical and are also great festival attire.  Team delicate longer length chains with either for a sweet and innocent look or alternatively super chunky bracelets and statement jewels for a more up-market and ‘look at me’ look!

And we haven’t forgotten the guys, roll up your trews for the ultimate summer look boys! Team your new-look trousers with a pair of summer slip on shoes for a laid-back look.

How to Shop for the Perfect Pair of Shoes

The perfect pair of shoes is like the right set of premium bedding. When picking you would want it to look great to spice up your room but it also needs to be highly comfortable so that you can get good night rests. With shoes, the same rules apply; although looking great is important, comfort must also be an aspect to consider at all times. That is why shopping for the perfect pair of shoes can be quite tricky sometimes.

Assuming you know exactly what size you are wearing, there are several approaches you can take when it comes to shopping for the perfect pair of shoes. You can go through online catalogues and find the right models that would suit your look; you can quickly purchase the shoes and have them delivered to you in no time. However, shopping at local fashion outlets of your choice will give you added benefits of being able to try the shoes on before buying them.

Pick several models you thing will suit your looks and try them on to find out just how comfortable they are. Try both shoes – some of you still make the mistake of trying just the left or right piece – and walk a little to get a glimpse of whether the shoes are comfortable to wear. After several pairs, simply walk away from the store and forget about them for a while. Return to the store the next day – or in a couple of days – to take another look and try them on again before making your final decision.